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CATHOLIC FAITH FORMATION
The monthly "Parent Gathering" on Monday, February 6 and Tuesday, February 7 from 4:30 to 5:25PM in the Youth Ministry Room. Everyone is welcome!
If you have any questions, please call the CFF Office, 966-4314 or email at ccd@stmelschool.org

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The 2012 annual Catholic Appeal will take place on the weekend of February 11th & 12th. Through our support, we can assure that many vital social service programs continue to assist tens of thousands of people in need, assist with the formation of diocesan seminarians, and provide need-based school education assistance to families desiring a Catholic school education for their children. Our 25% parish share of the Appeal was used to aid the needy of our area. This year we plan to allocate our 25% parish share to our St. Vincent de Paul Society. Please prayerfully consider what you can give.

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February 11, the feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, was designated by Pope John Paul II as World Day of the Sick, as a special time of prayer and of offering one's suffering for the good of the Church. On this day the sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will be administered at St. Mel's to the sick will be administered at St. Mel's to the sick and elderly at the 8:30AM Mass.

We have a need for Adorers to cover the "Late Night" hours and "Early morning" hours either as a substitute or to commit to an hour. Please contact Marge Della Villa 967-0641 if you are interested.

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REMINDER:
When parking in St. Mel Parking lot, please do not leave any valuables in your car in plain view. Better to be safe than sorry.

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Everyone discerning a vocation is invited to an Open House hosted by St. Mel Parish of Fair Oaks on Sunday, February 19, Mass at 11:15AM, followed by refreshments and a program. Meet Fr. Francisco, Diocesan Director of Vocations, as well as representatives of various religious communities for men and women. For more information or to RSVP, please contact, Ana 241-9315. Gloria 966-2230 or Fr. Hurtado at Poncemauricio7@yahoo.com.

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VOCATIONS
In this day and age we need more vocations as never before.. please help us to spread the news! Let's pray a parish committee for vocations to the priesthood, religious life and lay missionaries.
Do you feel you might be interested in learning about the religious life for you or for a member? Just ask.. When was the last you talked to your children about vocations? Have they tried to talk to you and you haven't listened? Have you ever thought about a religious vocation but dismissed it as something for the future? Ask again. Do you hear God's voice calling you to follow Him? Don't ignore it, talk to a priest or a member of the Vocations Committee and explore the possibilies. Get more information by opening this link.

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If you play, or know someone who plays piano, guitar or any instrument, the Sunday, 11:15AM Traditional Choir can use your talent and help. Please consider sharing the gift you have been given, to praise God. Please contact the Parish Office with questions or to sign up 967-1229.

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Give your spouse a truly loving Valentine. Are you frustrated or angry with each other? Do you argue? or have you just stopped talking to each other? Does talking about it only make it worse? This program has helped 10's of 1000's of couples experiencing martital diffoiculties at all levels including disillusionment and deep misery. For confidential information about or to register for the February, 2012 program beginning with a weekend on February 10-12. email: sacramento@retroc.com or call (800) 283-5952 or visit the web site at www.HelpOurMarriage.com

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St. Paul's amazing teaching in his First Letter to the Corintians began on Monday, January 23 It meets in the Youth Ministry room from 7-9PM. In this 10 week study you will:

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In the Eucharistic celebration, the Son of God comes to meet us: In the Eucharistic adoration. We go to meet the Son of God." (Pope Benedict XVI).If you would like to be in the Real Presence of Jesus and visit with Him either for an Hour; or be a substitute, please call Marge Della Villa at 967-0641 or Bill Savage at 944-2584.

Attention should be given when one makes his/her holy hour. The Perpetual Adoration Chapel NEEDS SOMEONE PRESENT AT ALL TIMES. The importance of calling when unable to keep assigned hour cannot be stressed enough - consideration for the adorer whose hour is finished is equally important. PLEASE call Marge at 967-0641 or Bill at 944-2584 so a substitute can be arranged when the need arises.

A reminder to all who use the chapel: The Chapel is a place is a place for quiet prayer for quiet prayer and to visit the Lord, conversation with other adorers should take place outside of the Chapel. Thank you for your kind consideration. NOTE: WE ASK THAT YOU PLEASE REFRAIN FROM EATING AND DRINKING IN THE CHAPEL OF THE HOLY EUCHARIST. Your adherence to this policy, which was put into place for the reverence of the Blessed Sacrament, is very much appreciated.
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COMMUNION TO THE SICK
If you are a parishioner of St. Mel Church and you or a member of your family needs Communion brought to him because of illness, please contact the Parish Office at 967-1229.
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ALTAR SOCIETY: The St. Mel's Altar Society is in need of volunteers wishing to help with the care of the church. They meet for one hour. Fridays after the 8:30AM Mass to prepare the church for weekend Masses. For more information: please call Lorraine at 967-8994 or Linda at 967-2915.
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St. Mel Library Come check us out!

We are open after Saturday evening and all Sunday Masses. We are located behind the Adoration Chapel. We have over 300 videos, over 3000 books and 200 audio tape sets, including Scott Hahn's Bible Study program. Come and browse our great selection of items that will help you increase your knowledge and love for our faith! We're located behind the Perpetual Adoration Chapel and we're open after all Sunday Masses and Saturday evening Mass.
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A REMINDER OF THE POLICY FOR TAKING THE HOLY EUCHARIST TO THE SICK

Priests, Deacons, and Extraordinary Ministers do not distribute extra consecrated Hosts during Mass. Those approved to distribute Holy Eucharist to the sick are asked to observe the following instruction:
1. Before Mass, go to the vestibule and take an index card available on one of the tables. Print your name telephone number, and the number of consecrated hosts requested). 2. Take the index card with an approved pyx or special container for the Sacred Host). Fill out the card and, after genuflecting, place the pyx on the index card on the tabernacle table. After Mass you may pick up your pyx.

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Worldwide Marriage Encounter

For preparation and getting off to the right start:
call Bob & Trish Vlasak 916-534-8602
For improvement and enhancement: call Fred & Barbara, 800-283-5952
Sacramento@RetroCa.com or visit www.retrouvaille.org